Essential oils for the face

Essential oils have been known to mankind for a very long time. They were the first cosmetics used in skin care. Thanks to a whole range of beneficial properties, these fragrant substances have become overgrown with legends and myths about their magical effect on youth, beauty and sexual attractiveness.

The source of essential oils is only vegetable raw materials. Aromatic substances are present in leaves, flower petals, buds, fruit peel. There are many ways to extract the essential extract: dynamic adsorption (using activated carbon), extraction (using organic solvents), extraction (extraction with carbon dioxide), hydrodiffusion (the most modern method that does not require expensive equipment). For each type of plant, a specific method is used to isolate the largest amount of a high-quality product.

The distillation method is also inexpensive. Distillation involves heating raw materials with steam or water. High temperatures destroy plant cells. Volatile substances are released and with steam enter the cooling apparatus, where they turn into a mixture of oil and water. Due to the ability of the essential oil to not dissolve in water, it is quite easy to isolate.

The most complex and, accordingly, expensive method is enfleurage: flower petals (roses, mignonettes, jasmine) are laid out on a base soaked in animal fat. Fat absorbs the aroma as much as possible. And from the resulting aromatic fat mass with the help of alcohol, the essential oil is extracted.

The plant world on Earth is amazing and diverse. Each tree, blade of grass, flower has its own shape, color and smell. Similarly, essential oils obtained from plants have completely different, sometimes opposite properties. Some cope better with age-related skin changes and assist in tightening, others with skin diseases, and others restore water-fat balance. Therefore, speaking about the benefits of esters, each oil should be considered separately and take into account the type of skin.

Dry skin in youth it is considered a gift of nature, but with age it quickly loses its beauty and becomes covered with wrinkles, therefore it requires intensive hydration. Essential oils are useful in caring for such skin. They improve its condition, reduce peeling, itching and wrinkles.

• Stimulates the production of subcutaneous fat - chamomile, geranium, sandalwood, palmarosa.
• Normalize blood circulation - rose, rosemary, lemon.
• Stimulate cell renewal - lavender, neroli, myrrh, frankincense.
• Moisturize and retain moisture - neroli, jasmine.

Oily skin, on the contrary, in youth it gives a lot of trouble to its owners (unkempt, shiny appearance, comedones, enlarged pores). With age, skin cells change and stop retaining moisture, pores narrow, and oily sheen problems disappear. But there are problems with elasticity. Essential oils help deal with them.

• Purify - lavender, tea tree, lemon.
• Reduce secretions and shrink pores rosemary, bergamot, grapefruit.
• Give a rejuvenating effect - lavender, lemon, juniper.

normal skin, even, smooth, without spots, peeling and glossy sheen - a rarity. Esters will help keep such skin young and healthy longer.

• Purify - orange, lemon, rose.
• Tone up - geranium, juniper, rosemary.
• Have an anti-aging effect - tea tree, jasmine.

problematic is a skin prone to acne and acne, with various irregularities and seals. For such skin, it is very difficult to find care products. It would seem, what kind of oil can we talk about if there is a fat imbalance. But ethers can help. It is only important to apply them pointwise and apply exactly to the damaged area.

• It has bactericidal properties, it is used at the stage of pimple maturation - mint.
• Combats the effects of a rash (spots, scars) - lavender. As an exception, it is strongly not recommended to use it in its pure form.
• Treats acne, smoothes and polishes the skin - ylang - ylang.
• Disinfect the skin - mandarin, lemon, orange, bergamot.

aging skin characterized by a low level of regeneration, the appearance of wrinkles and age spots and requires more care and meticulous care. It is difficult to fight nature, but you can use its own power, contained in natural products.

• Smoothes wrinkles and improves elasticity - neroli, patchouli, sandalwood, rose, rosemary.
• Have a lifting effect - vetiver, jasmine.
• Brighten (whitening effect) and remove age spots - lemon, frankincense.
• Promote cell regeneration - nutmeg, ylang - ylang.

For the benefits of essential oils, using orange oil as an example, see the following video.

Esters are absolutely safe, because they are 100% natural substances. Therefore, the dosage is not of fundamental importance, and "you can't spoil the porridge with oil." However, essential oils can not only spoil, but also harm.

• It is necessary to test the oil for an allergic reaction by applying it to the wrist. The resulting redness will be a natural reaction of the body to the concentrate. If itching and burning are felt for more than 5 minutes, it is better to refuse the use of this drug.
• Ether can be applied to the skin only by mixing it with a base oil, selected according to skin type, cream or any other components of home masks (with the exception of acne spot treatment).The dosage can be from 2 to 7 drops per 15 grams of base.
• Avoid contact with eyes.
• It is better not to use citrus oils during periods of solar activity before going outside, and even more so before relaxing on the beach or visiting the solarium. They contribute to the production of melatonin in the body, which will not allow the tan to lie flat, but randomly scatter it with dark spots in an arbitrary form.
• Absolutely every essential oil has an individual, unique smell, therefore, when choosing, one should take into account not only the type of skin, but also taste preferences in a variety of flavors.
• You can practice washing for the face and bathing for the body. At the same time, do not forget that the ethers do not dissolve in water, so they must first be mixed with soda, salt or honey.
• Problematic skin can be wiped with a mixture of disinfectant esters.
• For moisturizing dry - steam baths are perfect. The esters will evaporate with the steam and be absorbed by the skin.
• Regular masks and massages with ethers are very useful.

More than 2000 varieties of essential oils are known. They can be divided into groups. In cosmetology, there is a division according to the effect on the skin (regenerating, cleansing, refreshing, etc.). Although such a division is very conditional, because the same oil can be beneficial in several ways.

For cosmetic procedures, the best esters are those that eliminate facial skin defects and have a rejuvenating effect.

• Jasmine. As a lifting agent, it will suit any type of skin if it is used as one of the elements of an ethereal cocktail. In combination with rosemary and bergamot, it will regulate the functioning of the sebaceous glands and heal inflammation, improving the condition of oily and combination skin.A mixture with lavender and rose is suitable for sensitive skin. It will turn dry skin into moisturized and elastic, protect it from ultraviolet radiation, and prevent pigmentation.
• Neroli. Prepared from orange petals. It is considered one of the most effective means for anti-aging procedures. Eliminates age wrinkles, smoothes facial wrinkles, eliminates the visible pattern of small vessels on the face. Treats acne. In combination with peach base oil, it is a magical balm for delicate and thin skin around the eyes.
• Pine. Since ancient times, its needles have been used to treat burns and frostbite, using its regenerating properties. These properties are also useful in cosmetology to protect the skin from an external aggressive environment, to eliminate the effects of an inflammatory rash and general rejuvenation.
• Fir oil. It has antibacterial properties and fights inflammation, therefore, in its pure form, it is used to treat acne and herpes by point application. It is able to quickly reduce and eliminate pronounced skin defects (emergency removal of edema, express lifting).
• Cedar. More precisely, cedar nut oil is the only one that has no contraindications. Contains vitamins and microelements, cares for dry and aging skin of the face and hands. Covering it with a thin film, it allows you to retain moisture and at the same time does not prevent it from breathing, and also protects from external adverse influences.
• Juniper. This plant is used in folk medicine. It is characterized by a rejuvenating effect. Penetrating deep into the pores and cleansing them, prevents the appearance of acne. Heals wounds. Smoothes scars. In its pure form, it is not recommended to use. It is better to dot the mixture with vegetable oil in a ratio of 1: 2.
• Eucalyptus. Its ability to enhance cell growth makes it a valuable ingredient in aging skin care products. Useful against acne.
• Bergamot. As a result of cosmetic procedures with bergamot, the pores are narrowed, and the work of the sebaceous glands is normalized. Bactericidal qualities make it indispensable in the care of oily and problem skin. By adding bergamot oil to the tonic, you can get a high-quality cleanser and refresher.
• Mandarin. Its oil is the most gentle and soft of all citrus fruits and can be recommended even to children and pregnant women. Suitable for aging skin. tones, refreshes, evens out the relief and brightens age spots. Improves its color and general condition.
• Sage. Translated from Latin, the name of this plant sounds like "salvation." Sage oil treats pustular diseases and other inflammatory processes on the skin.
• Carnation. Spicy oil, in its pure form, is used only pointwise in the fight against boils and warts. Oil cocktail, consisting of 2-3 tbsp. l. cosmetic oil (preferably sea buckthorn) and 3-4 drops of clove ether will gently care for acne-prone skin. Withering skin is toned by a regular cream with the addition of 1-2 drops of this ether.
• Cinnamon. Increases blood flow, improves blood circulation. Skin of any type acquires an even color and a radiant appearance.
• Patchouli. Has a lifting effect. Successfully fights the signs of aging. In combination with almond oil, it becomes a powerful moisturizer (for 10 ml of almonds, 2 drops of patchouli ester and 4 drops of chamomile ester), easily eliminates peeling. A cream enhanced by the action of patchouli (2 drops), ylang-ylang (2 drops) and grapefruit (1 drop) can nourish the skin with moisture.

• A mask that perfectly tightens pores.

Beat the egg white (1 pc.).Add essential oils of clove, geranium, sage (each 1 drop). Apply the resulting mixture on the face. When there is a feeling of tightness, wash with warm running water.

• A simple lotion for cleansing enlarged pores.

Pour tea tree ether (15-20 drops) into non-carbonated mineral water (1/2 cup). Wipe face morning and evening.

• Mask for aging dry skin.

Mix pharmacy clay (2 tbsp) with corn or potato starch (2 tsp), chicken yolk (1 pc.) And honey (2 tsp) until smooth. Add evening primrose oil (1 tsp) and essential oils of sandalwood (2 drops), rose (2 drops) and lavender (2 drops).

• Universal mask for rejuvenation of aging skin of the neck and face.

Mix a cream suitable for your skin type and your age category, for example 45+, (1 tsp) with vetiver or jasmine essential oil (2 drops) and apply to the face and décolleté. No need to rinse. Remove the remaining excess with a napkin after 15-20 minutes.

• Rejuvenating anti-wrinkle mask for skin elasticity.

Oil cocktail: jojoba oil (1 tablespoon), essential oils of frankincense (3 caps), vetiver (3 caps) and sandalwood (1 cap) - applied to the face and neck for 20 minutes.

• Mask for whitening age spots, brightening the skin.

Mix sea buckthorn oil (2 tablespoons) with lemon essential oil (3 drops).

And now the video is a recipe for a face mask with a rejuvenating effect, using pine essential oil.

All regular users of high quality essential oils describe their beneficial effects on the skin and great scents. They note the low quality of inexpensive synthetic analogues sold in pharmacies.It is advised to choose an expensive, but high-quality oil, suitable for skin type, with your favorite aroma. Thanks to small doses, one bottle will allow you to enjoy the oil for quite a long time.